Merryhills Primary School
99%
Capacity
621
Pupils
3.4x
Demand
About Merryhills Primary School
Merryhills Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Enfield community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 621 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Merryhills Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Richard Hudson, it falls under Enfield local authority.
Merryhills Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 308 applications for 90 places, making it 3.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 93 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Merryhills Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Tennis, Netball, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Coding, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Enfield, Merryhills Primary School is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bincote Road, Enfield, Enfield, EN2 7RE |
| Headteacher | Richard Hudson |
| Local Authority | Enfield |
| Number of Pupils | 621 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.1% |
| School Capacity | 621 / 630 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2018Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Apr 2018): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 22 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
308
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
93 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bincote Road, Enfield
Enfield, EN2 7RE
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